AI Platform Services Manager

hitachi; Kraków; On-site; PLN 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Well-being program

Paid/unpaid leave options

Flexible work options

Financial security benefits

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Services SP. Z O.O. in Krakow is seeking an seasoned technology governance leader to direct the enterprise AI Platform services, governance, and cost management. You will shape the long-term vision, establish standards, and drive responsible AI governance across the organization.

The role requires deep experience in governance, cloud platforms, and cross-functional leadership to ensure scalable platform evolution and value realization for Hitachi Energy’s AI initiatives.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in technology strategy, governance, service management, or enterprise architecture.
• Proven track record in defining governance frameworks, operating models, and technology roadmaps in global orgs.
• Strong knowledge of AI governance, responsible AI, risk management, compliance, and audit controls.
• Experience with FinOps, budgeting, consumption management, capacity planning, and cost optimization.
• Expertise in vendor management, licensing, contracts, renewals, and commercial negotiations.
• Solid understanding of enterprise AI platforms, cloud technologies, model lifecycle governance, and software delivery.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain the long-term vision, strategic direction, portfolio, and evolution roadmap for the enterprise AI Platform services.
• Establish governance frameworks, operating procedures, policies, standards, and control mechanisms for platform consumption and operation.
• Lead platform compliance, audit readiness, AI risk management, regulatory alignment, and responsible AI governance activities.
• Define and govern consumption management, budgeting, chargeback, quota management, capacity planning, and platform consumption optimization strategies.
• Own service lifecycle governance, model portfolio management, onboarding approvals, evaluation frameworks, monitoring expectations, and retirement decisions.
• Lead governance reviews for new AI models, providers, platform capabilities, and strategic technology investments.
• Collaborate with security, enterprise architecture, legal, procurement, finance, and compliance functions to ensure enterprise alignment.
• Build, lead, and develop a multidisciplinary team of specialists covering AI platform governance, FinOps, AI risk and compliance, vendor and licensing management, and platform strategy and service portfolio management.
• Set clear objectives, accountabilities, priorities, and performance expectations for the team, ensuring effective allocation of capacity across strategic and operational commitments.
• Drive platform services evolution and stakeholder alignment.

Job description

Location: Krakow, Lesser Poland, Poland

Job ID: R0146498

Date Posted: 2026-10-15

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY SERVICES SP. Z O.O.

Profession (Job Category): IT, Telecom & Internet

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

Job Description:

The opportunity

Lead the strategic service direction, governance, and financial management of Hitachi Energy's enterprise AI Platform services. Drive secure adoption, sustainable growth, and long-term platform services evolution while ensuring compliance, risk management, and cost transparency. Partner with stakeholders to establish scalable operating models and maximize business value through innovative AI services.

How you will make an impact

Define and maintain the long-term vision, strategic direction, portfolio, and evolution roadmap for the enterprise AI Platform services.

Establish governance frameworks, operating procedures, policies, standards, and control mechanisms for platform consumption and operation.

Lead platform compliance, audit readiness, AI risk management, regulatory alignment, and responsible AI governance activities.

Define and govern consumption management, budgeting, chargeback, quota management, capacity planning, and platform consumption optimization strategies. Manage vendor relationships, commercial engagements, contracts, licensing, renewals, and strategic supplier alignment.

Own service lifecycle governance, model portfolio management, onboarding approvals, evaluation frameworks, monitoring expectations, and retirement decisions.

Lead governance reviews for new AI models, providers, platform capabilities, and strategic technology investments.

Collaborate with security, enterprise architecture, legal, procurement, finance, and compliance functions to ensure enterprise alignment.

Build, lead, and develop a multidisciplinary team of specialists covering AI platform governance, FinOps, AI risk and compliance, vendor and licensing management, and platform strategy and service portfolio management.

Set clear objectives, accountabilities, priorities, and performance expectations for the team, ensuring effective allocation of capacity across strategic and operational commitments.

Drive platform services evolution and stakeholder alignment.

Your background

10+ years of experience in technology strategy, governance, service management, or enterprise architecture.

Proven track record in defining governance frameworks, operating models, and technology roadmaps in global organizations.

Strong knowledge of AI governance, responsible AI, risk management, compliance, and audit controls.

Experience with FinOps, budgeting, consumption management, capacity planning, and cost optimization.

Expertise in vendor management, licensing, contracts, renewals, and commercial negotiations.

Solid understanding of enterprise AI platforms, cloud technologies, model lifecycle governance, and software delivery.

Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop multidisciplinary teams in complex global environments.

Excellent stakeholder management, strategic thinking, communication, and organizational skills.

More about us

We believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and fairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual - fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well‑being, we build a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together.

Our benefit offering is tailored based on your country of employment and generally includes:

• Competitive salary and incentives
• Well-being and care
• Paid and unpaid leave
• Flexible work options
• Benefits that support your financial security

You will receive more specific information during the recruitment process.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.

This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.

Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.

Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring proces